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B2B – A Whole New World

Ronn Torossian

After Walt Disney released the movie “Aladdin” in 1992, it became the highest-grossing film of the year thanks, in part, to its hit song, “A Whole New World.” A line from the song pretty much summarizes the current marketing sphere for B2B brands, “A whole new world with new horizons to pursue.” COVID-19 and technology […]. The post B2B – A Whole New World appeared first on.

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How Influencers Can Elevate Your PR Campaign

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

As digital content consumption continues to grow, PR pros are always looking for ways to target specific audiences through social media. We know the power that social media campaigns can wield – from amplifying earned media that PR generates to marketing products. And adding influencers to the mix can boost those PR efforts exponentially. . Influencers who resonate with a specific segment help brands stay relevant by cutting through the digital noise.

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3 Pro Tips for Writing Press Releases that Get Noticed

Cision

Press releases have evolved from what they once were. Learn the new best practices for writing press releases in a changed media landscape.

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Understanding the purpose and contribution of the communications team to organizational success

Onclusive

In many organizations, a major fragmentation exists between executive leadership and the communications function. The communications team may not be held accountable for contributing to corporate and financial goals, so oftentimes, the department is either held to a lesser standard or operates in a vacuum rather than being seen as a strategic partner.

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Peter H. Paulsen’s Inspiring Tale Continues to Resonate in 2024

Two years after its initial release, Peter H. Paulsen’s book, From Brick and Mortar to Prosperity, continues to inspire readers around the globe.

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Gen Z and SEL

Ronn Torossian

When Yoda delivered part of his memorable line, “Do or do not” from the popular Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back movie in 1980, he may as well have been forecasting the transformation Gen Z has made in being accustomed and satisfied with virtual experiences compared to the real ones. To many younger […]. The post Gen Z and SEL appeared first on.

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How PR Pros Can Keep Their Seat at the Table Warm in 2021

Cision

The events of 2020 gave PR and communications professionals an opportunity to "grab a seat at the table.” Here's how to make sure you keep it.

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Knowledge is Power: Media Monitoring and the Bigger Picture

Onclusive

One of your brand’s most valuable resources is your reputation. Media monitoring is a must-have for successful PR and communications professionals. You need to be in the know about all of the media coverage around your brand, your competitors, and keywords that are important to your business. Comprehensive media monitoring allows you to capture the full picture of your PR efforts, including measuring your overall communications tactics, creating more effective outreach, and better understanding

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5 public relations trends that will gain traction post-COVID

Agility PR Solutions

Distilled to its essence, public relations is the action of building relationships with key stakeholders and target audiences. COVID-19 has shaken up the strategies and channels that PR pros and marketers typically optimize to build these relationships. The pandemic has also changed consumers’ expectations about the way brands should communicate with the public.

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2021: Digital PR is Here To Stay

Prowly

The great Warren Buffett once said: “It takes 20 years to build a reputation, and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that, you’ll do things differently.” With social media and smartphones being omnipresent, the above quote is truer than ever. The phenomenon such as ‘Cancel Culture’ also doesn’t make it easy to […]. The post 2021: Digital PR is Here To Stay appeared first on Prowly Magazine.

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Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?

Whether your organization is at the start of its sustainability and impact journey or years into it, many brands share a common concern: the uncertainty of whether they are sending stakeholders mixed messages. Creating content that speaks to your audience's “love language” can be a tricky dance. But, worry not! 3BL has put together tips to ensure that your content not only finds its rhythm but also resonates with your target audiences.

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7 Rules for a New Era of Communications

PRSay

During the pandemic, economic crisis, racial tensions and partisan arguments that have marked 2020, we have started communicating differently. We even have new words and phrases to reflect these times: We “doomscroll,” poring over bad headlines. We protect meetings from “Zoom-bombings” and give “elbow bumps.” We even write emails with more thought. A tossed-off phrase like “Hope you’re having a great summer” can sound tone-deaf to recipients who may be sick or have lost a loved one, or who may b

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Agency year ahead: a time for start-ups and scaling

Stephen Waddington

The Brexit EU deal and COVID-19 vaccine provide business certainty despite a UK-wide lockdown. The question is not whether we’ll see a recovery and growth, but when. Now is a great time to go freelance or to start an agency. If you’re an agency founder it’s also a good time to think about creating additional value, scaling and growth. Don’t get me wrong.

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Media pulse: European journalists fear job losses as COVID resurges

Agility PR Solutions

European countries were among the best at containing and minimizing the impact of the COVID crisis over the summer, but as the pandemic sweeps the continent again, nearly half (48.9 percent) of European journalists feel that they are in some danger of losing their job, with 16 percent indicating that they are in a lot of […]. The post Media pulse: European journalists fear job losses as COVID resurges appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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Essential digital marketing trends for 2021

Awario

Let's go through the main marketing trends we expect to see this year and break down how you can apply them to your own digital marketing strategy.

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Adapting to the Future: The Evolving Role of Crisis Management Firms in a Rapidly Changing World

As the Internet continues to grow and change, the role of Online Crisis Management firms is evolving. This article explores how these firms are adapting to the new topography of Online Crisis Management. Through interviews with industry experts and case studies, we uncover the key strategies and tactics that are driving success in this dynamic field.

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Planning and Managing Public Relations Campaigns – review of an excellent book

Stuart Bruce

Planning and Managing Public Relations Campaigns has been one of my ‘go-to’ books ever since the first edition was published in 1996. It is now … © Stuart Bruce - Planning and Managing Public Relations Campaigns – review of an excellent book was first published on Stuart Bruce's PR Futurist by Stuart Bruce - Modernising public relations and communications for the digital age.

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Meltwater Quietly Goes IPO [PR Tech Sum]

Sword and the Script

Meltwater lists on a Swedish stock exchange; startup Propel hits 50 customers; Vetted launches – it’s like HARO or ProfNet with no pitching. Welcome to 2021! For the last couple years, I’ve been curating news from the PR technology community into a monthly summary I call the PR Tech Sum. If you took some time off and shut off the screens for a while, this is the first PR Tech Sum for the year and will get you caught up on some interesting developments. 1.

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How content marketing will humanize brand connections in 2021

Agility PR Solutions

The PR toolkit has evolved well beyond traditional press releases and media interviews to include the storytelling power of content marketing. While attention spans continue to decrease and consumer eyes are focusing on the shorter format of social media, many resource-constrained media outlets are hunting for supplementary material to accompany their content.

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Starting the New Year Off With a Bang: Cision Wins Two 'Best Of' Awards From TrustRadius

Cision

Find out what makes the next-gen Cision Communications Cloud among the best Public Relations software.

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Communicating During a Crisis & Navigating the Chaos

Speaker: Shawna Bruce, Director of M.D. Bruce & Associates Ltd.

Are you ready to face the unexpected? When the stakes are high and the pressure is on, there's no time to waste - you must be prepared to communicate clearly and confidently. In today's unpredictable world, mastering the art of crisis communication is a must-have skill for any public relations professional. Whether you're facing a weather disaster, a cyber attack, or a PR nightmare, knowing how to craft a clear and compelling message can mean the difference between chaos and calm, confusion and

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Accepting the Agency Rose: My Pandemic Job Search

Culpwrit

Yes, I’m here for the right (PR)easons. By Alyssa Damato Long before starting my career in public relations, I heard *the* phrase for the first time. A phrase that many people have mixed feelings towards. One that you can either label as cliche, or take advantage of to excel in your career. The phrase? “It’s […]. The post Accepting the Agency Rose: My Pandemic Job Search appeared first on culpwrit.

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Leadership tips with Ken Jacobs | On Top of PR podcast

Axia PR

Learn these four tips to help lead you through uncertain times with our guest Ken Jacobs. Guest: Our episode guest is Ken Jacobs PCC, CPC, owner and principal of Jacobs Consulting & Executive Coaching. Ken is an experienced certified coach, who helps corporate (and agency) leaders, senior executives, and managers, usually in the public relations, marketing, advertising, and/or related communications functions, achieve and surpass their organizational, career, and personal goals.

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How reducing your carbon footprint improves your PR

Agility PR Solutions

By now, the general public has become fairly familiar with the issues posed by climate change. The boundaries of knowledge have expanded beyond mere awareness and have reached the point where individuals, businesses, and other professionals are no longer holding back from taking small but steady steps to reduce their carbon footprint. PR agencies and […].

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Virtual Events for Bloggers and Journalists in January 2021

Cision

Mark your calendar for some of these unique events for journalists and bloggers in the new year.

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5WPR Consumer Culture Report 2024

5WPR’s fifth annual Consumer Culture report takes a look at consumer spending culture, the biggest influences behind buying behaviors, and emerging trends.

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Committed to Cursing

Mindful Marketing

by David Hagenbuch - professor of Marketing at Messiah University - ​author of Honorable Influence - founder of Mindful Marketing ​ Do you have a resolution for 2021? According to Parade , the most popular annual self-promise is to lose weight. Given interests in appearance and health, it’s understandable that many people want to watch what they put into their mouths.

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How to Raise Your Rates in 2021 and Beyond — A Guide to Charging as a Solo PR Pro

Solo PR Pro

The start of a new year is an especially prime opportunity to reflect on business earnings from the last 12 months. Were you forced to accept low-paying projects or could you hand-pick them? It’s also a great time to raise your PR rates and think about how you’ll charge clients in 2021 and beyond. After all, your profit margins should reflect the immense value you provide.

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The consumer behaviors that changed forever in 2020—and how they will impact 2021

Agility PR Solutions

It’s finally over! But even though 2020 is now in the history books, be assured there were plenty of consumer behavior changes that will carry over to the new year, and quite likely into the indefinite future. New research from venture capital firm Coefficient Capital and spending-focused publication The New Consumer examines examining consumer behaviors […].

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UK Media Moves including GRAZIA, RIBA Journal, Sunday Times Magazine and more

Cision

GRAZIA announces new roles for Molly Haylor and Jessica Harrison; Architecture Today Editor Chris Foges to join RIBA Journal; Hannah Swerling moves to The Sunday Times Magazine.

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What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?

Navigating the waters of sustainability reporting disclosures and regulations can be intimidating, to say the least. With various measures set in motion in 2023 to keep companies accountable, there is a lot in store for brands’ impact communication in the upcoming year. 3BL is kicking off this January with our Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Capricorn Edition by highlighting the impact of: The U.S Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Climate disclosure rules The European Commission

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New Year, New Plan: Agile Strategies Your PR Team Needs in 2021

Axia PR

Axia’s 60-Second Impact. 60 Seconds of Information Impacting You and Your Fast-Forward Economy. January 2021 – New Year, New Plan. Agile Marketing Strategies Your PR Team Needs in 2021. In a few short days, we’ll be able to put 2020 to rest and usher in 2021. As companies settle in for a brand new year, marketing leaders have the opportunity to set new priorities and shift roles and responsibilities to meet new demands.

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Figuring Out Public Relations Writing

Culpwrit

By Craig Engstrom, Ph.D. Did you click to read this article because of the title? If yes, then perhaps you are a student and want to learn the basics of PR writing. Perhaps you are a recent graduate and feel like you are still trying to hone your writing craft. Perhaps you are shrewd and […]. The post Figuring Out Public Relations Writing appeared first on culpwrit.

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4 ways influencer marketing evolved in 2020

Agility PR Solutions

The widespread halt of travel and decrease of in-person activities after the initial outbreak of COVID-19 has radically changed the way we work and live, causing PR and social media pros to reexamine their plans—and, in many cases, shift course. The impact of these changes has been felt across all areas of the marketing and media landscape, including influencer marketing.

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